NSW Fencing has been able to engage key personnel funded by the Office for Sport, Organisation Support Program (OSP). These are significant roles which represent a major step forward in growing our sport and making it more accessible to all. 

Dr Arash Karpour

Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO)

Dr Arash Karpour is a Level 2 trained Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO) who has served with NSW Fencing since 2017. In this role, he provides confidential, impartial guidance to athletes, parents, coaches, and officials on member protection issues, helping them understand policies, navigate concerns, and access appropriate support pathways. Arash is deeply committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment across all levels of the sport, and works proactively with clubs and organisers to promote best practice in child safeguarding, complaint handling, and codes of behaviour.